Novaterra

What they do

At Novaterra, our fundamental belief is that the most significant innovations arise from backing brilliant individuals tackling formidable problems. Hence, our mission is not to fund businesses but to invest in intellectual capital: minds capable of solving substantial challenges, those that hold the potential to revolutionise industries and positively impact society at large. For us, investing is more than just a financial tool. It encompasses the responsibility of identifying, nurturing, and scaling ideas that have the potential to bring about significant positive changes in the world. As such, we target investments in companies building in four specific areas: - Sustainability transition Renewable energy, climate change mitigation, alternative food sources, agritech, biodiversity conservation, and water management. - Healthcare development Innovative treatment methods, pharmaceutical breakthroughs, digital health solutions, and technologies that revolutionise patient care and medical research. - Human advancement From scientific technologies able to disrupt the way we live, to academic research and IP-protected inventions. - Responsible technology From ethical AI to robust cybersecurity, from data protection to data anonymisation techniques. Our role extends beyond funding; we actively engage with our investees to provide strategic and operational support. Entrepreneurs can access the resources and mentorship they need to thrive. Beyond providing capital, we work closely with our portfolio companies, offering guidance, resources, and access to our operational platform. At Novaterra, we are committed to becoming the most impactful firm in the world.

What they look for

Our investment theses are based on four focus areas that express our commitment to a transition to a more equitable, developed and sustainable society. As such, our mission is to invest in companies trying to solve the most pressing needs of our time.

Stage

Pre-seed, Seed

Sectors

Climate, Deeptech, Food and agriculture, Healthcare

Based

Milano, IT